President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy took part in a meeting regarding the implementation of regional resilience plans as part of preparations for winter. The Head of State emphasized that all resilience plans must be implemented before the start of the heating season, UNN reports with reference to the Office of the President.
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The meeting was also attended by: the Head of the Office of the President Kyrylo Budanov, his deputy Viktor Mykyta, members of parliament, and heads of regional administrations.
This format of work between representatives of Verkhovna Rada committees and the regions was initiated to elaborate in more detail on existing problems and opportunities at the level of interaction between the parliament and the regions.
The Head of State emphasized that all resilience plans must be implemented before the start of the heating season. Volodymyr Zelenskyy also noted that it is important to ensure meaningful communication at all levels between the regions and the central government – the Cabinet and parliamentarians.
Among the main issues discussed were the upgrading of infrastructure protection, logistics, ensuring additional energy capacities, and restoration after Russian strikes.
Representatives of regional administrations reported on the fulfillment of assigned tasks.
The meeting participants also discussed necessary legislative changes that will allow for the resolution of problematic issues for the effective implementation of resilience plans.
Kyrylo Budanov emphasized that the first results should be seen in the coming months. Those present defined tasks for the summer and agreed on further coordination.
The meeting also addressed other regional needs, including support for local businesses, the agricultural sector, the implementation of the "eOselia" program, and additional funding for communities.